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Wound Culture

Infectious Disease Laboratories - : Microbiology

Test ID :
WOUND
Test Workstation :
MIC2
Specimen Type:
Eswab collected from wound lesion or abscess.
Cause for Rejection:
Quantity not sufficient, improper specimen type, improper storage/transport, improper swab, dry swab, swab not present, multiple swabs per vial, mislabeled, or unlabeled.
Storage:
Transport at room temperature. Upon arrival in laboratory, store refrigerated.
Availability:
Mon-Sun (0700-1600)
Methodology:
Culture
Special Instructions:
Requisition must state specific site where specimen was taken along with any important information regarding patient diagnosis e.g. animal bite).
Lab/Phone:
330-543-8406
TAT:
4 days
Additional Info:
All wound cultures include a gram stain.
CPT Code:
87070
Synonyms:
Abscess Culture; Lesion Culture

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